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Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot

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Great views of the beach
Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Carolina Beach, NC
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Freeman Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot

Welcome to your oceanfront vacation rental in Carolina Beach! Escape to this first-floor space where the beach is just steps outside your door. Lose yourself in the views of the Atlantic Ocean, where you can start each morning with coffee to the sound of crashing waves while looking for dolphins swimming in the water. It is a great space for your entire family – including your four-legged friend!

Property Highlights:

• Spacious Accommodation: The primary bedroom features a king sized bed, while the second bedroom is outfitted with a convenient queen-over-queen bunk bed, comfortably accommodating family and friends.
• Fully Equipped Kitchen: Whip up delicious meals or bring home your fresh catch and prep a seafood delight in a kitchen stocked with all the essentials.
• Linens Included: Enjoy the convenience of having bed linens, towels, face cloths, and wash clothes provided.
• Dog-friendly: Bring your pup along to enjoy the vacation!
• Swimming: Access 2 community pools during your stay. (Open early April until October)
• Parking: 2 community parking passes provided.

Extras to Love:

• We've got you covered with all the fun stuff—like sand toys, coloring books, beach chairs and body boards.
• Close proximity to local attractions, dining and entertainment.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic retreat, a family vacation, or a weekend getaway with friends, this oceanfront property is the perfect spot to relax and recharge. Wake up to the sound of the waves, relax on the sandy beach just steps away, and create unforgettable memories at Carolina Beach – with your pup in tow!

WHERE YOU'LL FIND US

We've traveled up and down the North Carolina coast, and we haven't found a town we love more than Carolina Beach. At our condo, all the best spots are within easy reach. Plus, with access to two community pools, you can take a break from the sand and surf to practice your backstroke.

Of course there's the beach just outside your door, but within walking distance there's also Freeman Park for bonfires on the beach, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier, and a quaint downtown with plenty of places to shop or grab a bite. Don't leave without trying a Britt's donut!

Hop in your car (2 parking passes per condo) and drive just a few minutes to Carolina Beach State Park to walk down the Venus flytrap trail, see sea life up close at North Carolina Aquarium, or take a local tour to Shark Island.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Well behaved dogs are permitted with $75/stay fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All primary guests are required to read and electronically sign rental agreement prior to stay. Failure to do so may result in cancellation.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Kure Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Legion Stadium or Trask Coliseum. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Carolina Beach, NC

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Freeman Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riko's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Good Hops Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cape Fear Boil Company - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

As of 2 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot on 17 August 2026 start from NZ$621, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach:Oceanfront - Pools - Prime Spot located?

Nestled on the beach, this Carolina Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Freeman Park and Carolina Beach Yacht Club and Marina are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 160 reviews
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location not too far from the pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host was excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the beach condo was perfect full kitchen family room great area to hang out with ocean view. Owners were very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly R.

Host was amazing and receptive. Rocks on the beach in front of the condo (for erosion was disappointing. View was otherwise amazing, Allowed our dogs which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
unfortunately, the first two days that we were there, the building was being painted, and so there were workers in a basket going up and down the building which obstructed view, was noisy, and was a little obtrusive, as I was trying to sit on the porch and read. I understand this just happened to be the situation while I was there. I heard one of the owners say that the place had not been painted in years and desperately needed it. Just happen to be unfortunately during the time I was there! Also, the pools were not open for the first three days that we were there, and I was under the impression that they would be open.The condo is definitely clean, but pretty bare bones.The owners were very kind and gave me a 25% discount because of the pool closing and the workers.As far as location, it is in a great area. I will say, however, be very careful with how narrow the parking spaces are. My daughter was actually trying to get around one of the workers vans and ended up, scraping up the side of my car when she pulled in. As that happened on day two of our stay it put a bit of a damper on the trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Access

We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication and location! We really enjoyed our stay. My morning coffee will never be the same...
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place! The view is phenomenal! So responsive if you have any questions. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property has all the amenities to rest, relax and unwind. Steps to the Beach is a wonderful vacation spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a Way to Unwind!

Located at the North End, it was an amazing getaway for my family. It has the perfect view to watch the sunrise. Greg was very informative and responded quickly. We highly recommend staying here and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celeste E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Location

The property has a wonderful view of the ocean and was very clean and well supplied.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Great view of the ocean. Clean property. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend visit

Great place...will definitely stay again. Thanks you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Didn't want to leave

Great stay! Perfect location and set up. Will definitely be back to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

We had a great weekend! Outstanding location! Condo had everything we needed—well appointed. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views

Second time staying here...another great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location! We started our mornings with coffee on the balcony and ended our evenings there too with a glass of wine! Beautiful condo!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

seth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time at the beach

Very nice and clean condo right on the beach, the kids sand toys and games were a big plus for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great long weekend

Thank you for sharing your beautiful ocean front condo with us!! Everything was great! Beautifully decorated and everything we needed plus some 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Syndi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Get-Away

Rented for an extended girls weekend. 4 generations who love the beach and seafood. Property location was great with excellent beach access, wonderful views, and a comfortable stay. Could benefit from an added outdoor spigot/shower to clean off sand. Floors are somewhat uneven.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing atmosphere

The property was well maintained, the owners cimmunicated on a regular basis and the location was gorgeous. Great view from the deck, easy parking, and a nice residence to relax and enjoy your ocean stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Slice of Heaven

Our stay was pure enjoyment, all around. What a beautiful and clean condo with an exceptional view! We didn't want to leave. Carolina beach is such a special place, and this condo made it even more special. It's convenient to all the great restaurants and spots yet it felt very private and peaceful. We were so grateful that we could bring our dog along, too! We will definitely be staying at this little gem again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick beach trip

Just a two day beach trip and was perfect! So close to the beach I could sit on the porch and practically talk so family on the beach. Great interior. Large beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carolina Beach

Excellent property at Carolina Beach that is well maintained. The hosts were excellent and very proactive with their communication. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shira K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great stay!

There is very little that I need to say if I tell you that this is the second time we have stayed at this place and are booking it next year. The location, the dog friendliness, and the responsiveness of the owners personally and the company when need was spot on as last year. For a family of 3 with 2 dogs, you can't beat this place and the people who own it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Greg and Laura Calone

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Hello! We have lived in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina for nearly 20 years after both having been raised in the Northeast. Greg initially moved to North Carolina for school and Laura for work. We are now a family of 5 with our 5 year old daughter Isabella and our 2 mini-goldendoodles Maddie and Mollie.

Why they chose this property

We have always loved the beach. Our journey started out by exploring the lighthouses of North Carolina. During our travels we came across Carolina Beach and found ourselves returning time after time. We came across Rolling Waves and knew immediately it was a place that we could call home. It is a place where we come recharge and unwind after a long week.

What makes this property unique

We loved this place so much that we wanted to share it with others. We want our guests to feel at home and like they are part of the family. We continue to make upgrades to help each guest have a wonderful experience.

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